'Paul Bearer' Dies at 58: WWE Manager of The Undertaker Death Linked to Obesity (VIDEO)

Mar 06, 2013 02:50 PM EST

William Moody, best known for his role as Paul Bearer, the spooky manager of WWE headliner The Undertaker, died Tuesday night in Mobile, Ala. at age 58.

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A report from TMZ reported Moody joined the WWE in 1990 and developed a character known managing some of the more sinister characters in the wrestling entertainment business. In addition to The Undertaker, Moody's Paul Bearer managed Kane, Rick Rude, Vader and Mankind.

There are no confirmed reports of how Moody died, however TMZ speculated that his death was attributed to morbid obesity and gallbladder issues.

A statement from the WWE said "Moody made his WWE debut in 1991 as the manager of The Undertaker and went on to become a memorable part of WWE over the course of the next 20 years. Our deepest condolences go out to Moody's family, friends and fans."